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Yarn & Fabric Exchange

Library Clerical Assistant, Lisa Cox, had no idea when starting a fabric and yarn exchange at Shadle Park Library in November of last year that

Serenity Rooms at the Library

All of the Library’s new and renovated spaces have a variety of helpful and needed amenities for patrons to utilize and enjoy. This includes the addition of serenity rooms to our new spaces. What is a serenity room? They are spaces with a variety of uses. Serenity rooms can be

2021 Annual Report

How many books checked out in 2021? What new resources were added to the library’s collection? What were the most circulated titles of the year? Your burning questions are answered in our Annual Report! Check out the video below or view the print version here. Find older Annual Reports here.

Around the World in a Bowl of Soup | Sweet Corn Chicken Soup

A simple but satisfying, sweet and sour savory soup from India, with all kinds of flavors and influence from the Indo-China region. The finishing touch of Thai pepper packs a real punch! Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10mins | Total time 30mins INGREDIENTS 2 large Chicken breasts, cut in very

Black History Month 2022

The month of February marks the national recognition of Black History Month. Spokane Public Library has a variety of book lists, events, and films to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of the Black community. We encourage you to show your support and reflect on these recommendations all

Black History Month 2022 | Adult Fiction & Nonfiction

We’re honored to share this list of adult fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs intentionally created by Spokane NAACP President Kiantha Duncan and Wishing Tree Bookstore. We hope you find opportunities for new understanding and growth through these excellent reads. “Reading is the gateway to imagination. Seeing yourself in the character’s shoes allows

Black History Month 2022 | Young Adult

Black Birds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert Book Muted by Tami Charles  Book Nubia: Real One by L.L. McKinney Book One of the Good Ones by Maika and Maritza Moulite Book Revolution in Our Time: The Black Panther Party’s Promise to the People by Kekla Magoon Book The Cost of Knowing by Brittany Morris Book

Yarn & Fabric Exchange

Library Clerical Assistant, Lisa Cox, had no idea when starting a fabric and yarn exchange at Shadle Park Library in November of last year that

Serenity Rooms at the Library

All of the Library’s new and renovated spaces have a variety of helpful and needed amenities for patrons to utilize and enjoy. This includes the addition of serenity rooms to our new spaces. What is a serenity room? They are spaces with a variety of uses. Serenity rooms can be

2021 Annual Report

How many books checked out in 2021? What new resources were added to the library’s collection? What were the most circulated titles of the year? Your burning questions are answered in our Annual Report! Check out the video below or view the print version here. Find older Annual Reports here.

Around the World in a Bowl of Soup | Sweet Corn Chicken Soup

A simple but satisfying, sweet and sour savory soup from India, with all kinds of flavors and influence from the Indo-China region. The finishing touch of Thai pepper packs a real punch! Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10mins | Total time 30mins INGREDIENTS 2 large Chicken breasts, cut in very

Black History Month 2022

The month of February marks the national recognition of Black History Month. Spokane Public Library has a variety of book lists, events, and films to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of the Black community. We encourage you to show your support and reflect on these recommendations all

Black History Month 2022 | Adult Fiction & Nonfiction

We’re honored to share this list of adult fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs intentionally created by Spokane NAACP President Kiantha Duncan and Wishing Tree Bookstore. We hope you find opportunities for new understanding and growth through these excellent reads. “Reading is the gateway to imagination. Seeing yourself in the character’s shoes allows

Black History Month 2022 | Young Adult

Black Birds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert Book Muted by Tami Charles  Book Nubia: Real One by L.L. McKinney Book One of the Good Ones by Maika and Maritza Moulite Book Revolution in Our Time: The Black Panther Party’s Promise to the People by Kekla Magoon Book The Cost of Knowing by Brittany Morris Book